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Category: Basil

Panzanella Salad

July 28, 2017

This salad is basically summer in a bowl: tangy, ripe tomatoes and cool cucumbers are balanced by a red wine vinaigrette and toasted bread. Serve it as a side or as a meal! … More Panzanella Salad

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Carmela Soprano’s Rigatoni with Sausage and Tomato Sauce

September 18, 2016

Just a few simple, quality ingredients come together in this dish for an easy, hearty pasta meal. And the fact that it came from the iconic hit series The Sopranos kind of keeps the show alive for me. … More Carmela Soprano’s Rigatoni with Sausage and Tomato Sauce

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Fresh Summer Corn and Tomato Salad

July 25, 2013

This salad contains everything there is to love about summer: fresh corn, ripe cherry tomatoes, and delicious garden herbs. … More Fresh Summer Corn and Tomato Salad

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Fresh Basil Pesto

August 23, 2012

Fresh pesto is a great way to use up copious amounts of fresh basil, and it’s great tossed with pasta, used as a dip for breads, and leftovers freeze well for a splash of summer anytime! … More Fresh Basil Pesto

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Diane’s Fresh Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

July 30, 2012

I first made bruschetta after taking an Italian cooking class, and it was one of my first successes in the kitchen. Over the years, I have refined that recipe as well as my technique. Here’s my take on this classic Italian favorite. … More Diane’s Fresh Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

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Quick Tip: Chiffonade of Basil

July 5, 2012

Here is a super easy way to cut basil — or any leafy herb — into long strips to use as a beautiful garnish. … More Quick Tip: Chiffonade of Basil

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